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City Council Backs Limits On LAPD’s Use Of ‘Militarized Police’ At Protests, Activists Are Skeptical

The “graded response” model calls for police officers in regular uniforms to be deployed at protests before sending in heavily-armed officers in riot gear and specialized units such as SWAT, if needed.

January 14, 2026

Protestors Rally in Pershing Square Against ICE and the Donroe Doctrine

A coalition of activist and political groups brought people out to the streets to protest ICE and the Trump administration’s attacks on Venezuela. Many also paid tribute to Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis, and Keith Porter, killed by an off-duty ICE agent in Northridge.

January 11, 2026

In Mexico, He Found the Revolution—and Roots—He Couldn’t Find in L.A.

Originally from Texas, activist Eddy Patiño spent days on the frontlines of L.A.'s anti-ICE protests before moving to Mexico City. “I feel like the revolution is upfront everywhere you go here. Everyone feels ready to fight. It's in your face," Patiño says.

December 15, 2025

From the Boston Massacre to DTLA: This Saturday’s No King’s Protest Continues The Fight Against Tyranny

This Saturday's action is one of roughly 80 actions happening around the greater L.A. area. It’s the same old story—a fight against rent hikes, militarized police, and ICE raids. Our city doesn't trust the leaders that sit on thrones, and we'll be reminding them of that this weekend.

October 14, 2025

Protesters March to Egyptian Consulate, Accuse Government of Enabling Genocide in Gaza

The Palestinian Youth Movement organized the march, which traveled through Wilshire Blvd. and The Grove, in solidarity with other marches and protests worldwide to condemn the nation’s role in the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza.

August 10, 2025

United Farm Workers Protest $30 Million Dollar Wonderful Company Donation to UCLA’s Hammer Museum

Wonderful Company employees and union members protested low wages, lack of health coverage and intimidating union-busting tactics at the Resnick-owned company.

Residents Protest Gentrification in Mexico City Neighborhoods

So-called "digital nomads" have made life unaffordable for residents

Photo Essay: Angelenos Join Nationwide Protests Against Trump and Musk in DTLA

Using art and humor along with anger, the message was clear: The people of Los Angeles—along with many across the nation—will not stay silent when it comes to protecting the rights of the marginalized and demanding a more just and equitable future.

April 7, 2025

Thousands Marched On Downtown L.A. and Shut Down The 101 Freeway To Protest Trump’s Mass Deportation Threats

Many of those marching were fueled along the way by street vendors selling bacon-wrapped hot dogs, freshly squeezed orange juice, and snacks, as other community members handed out free water bottles to demonstrators.

February 3, 2025

No Arrests Made In Death of 69-Year-Old Jewish Man Who Died After Dueling Protests In Thousand Oaks

Ventura County Medical Examiner Dr. Christopher Young told reporters that 69-year-old Paul Kessler had injuries to his head and facial area, including non-lethal bruising on the left side of his face that would be consistent with being struck.

November 7, 2023